1968-1976 Cadillac 472-500 c.i.d. V8 Non-EGR Edelbrock Intake Manifold Installation

This manifold will not accept stock EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) equipment. EGR systems are used on some 1972 and later model vehicles and only in some states. Check local laws for requirements. This manifold is a street legal replacement part when used with the OEM carburetor on 1968-72 472 and 500 c.i.d. V8 passenger cars.

The Performer Cadillac is intended to be used in high performance and engine swap applications. The carb pad is 3" taller than stock, and will not fit many stock applications. Check your hood clearance before installation! The manifold accepts either original equipment Q-Jet carburetors or Edelbrock Performer Series square-bore carbs as listed below. The runners and plenums are sized for operation from idle to 5500 rpm on 500 c.i.d. engines.

Do not use soft competition type intake gaskets for street applications, as deterioration and internal leakage may occur. Do not use Fel-Pro Permatorque (blue) gaskets, as they have insufficient "crushability " for use with aluminum manifolds.
1. Use only Fel-Pro valley pan gasket set #MS 96028 or OE equivalent when installing the Performer Cadillac for street applications.
2. Apply Edelbrock Gasgacinch, #9300, sealant to both sides of the manifold as well as head surfaces. This procedure ensures a good seal.
3. We advise eliminating the end seals. Use RTV silicone instead. Apply a bead of sealant approximately 1/4" high across the block end seal surface, overlapping the intake gasket at the four corners. This procedure eliminates end seal slippage.

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